Brucite and Ametrine Physical Properties

Brucite and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite and Ametrine physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Brucite and Ametrine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂

Brucite and Ametrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brucite and Ametrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brucite and Ametrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brucite is 2.65 whereas that of Ametrine is 2.65.